You can compute the distance between two DigiPIN codes by entering both codes into the DigiPIN Finder Tool on Pin2Point.
The tool instantly calculates the distance and even lets you open the route in Google Maps. You can also allow location access to automatically detect your current DigiPIN and measure the distance to another one.
How to Compute Distances Between Two DigiPINs: Simple Guide
If you want the distance between two DigiPIN codes, the good news is that you don’t need formulas, coordinates, or any tech headache. Pin2Point basically does the math for you.
Whether you are planning delivery routes, checking branch distances, or just being curious about how far your friend’s house really is, the process takes a few seconds.
Let’s walk through it.
Method 1: Enter Two DigiPIN Codes
This is the most common way.
Open the Pin2Point’s DigiPIN Finder.
Enter DigiPIN A. Copy the location.
- Enter DigiPIN B
Click on ‘View in Google Map’
- Simply add the other location
The distance appears instantly on the screen.
You’ll get the exact distance in kilometers or meters depending on how close the points are. It’s surprisingly accurate because DigiPINs map down to a tiny 3.8 meter grid.
When to use this method:
Perfect for delivery teams, logistics planners, field agents.
If you need to convert several locations to DigiPIN or find distance of multiple locations from your branch, that is now possible with Pin2Point.
Method 2: Use Your Current Location
If you don’t know your own DigiPIN, or you just want the distance from where you are standing right now, do this:
Open the DigiPIN Finder Tool.
Allow location access when the browser asks.
Enter the DigiPIN you want to compare with.
Click Compute Distance.
The tool pulls your live DigiPIN automatically, so you can instantly measure the distance without adding both codes manually.
Best for:
Delivery executives, people checking distances to shops, visitors trying to figure out travel time, and businesses verifying customer reach.
Method 3: Share Distance
If you want more than just the number, for example directions or travel time, you can:
Enter the DigiPIN codes.
Click Open in Google Maps.
Maps will plot the route from Point A to Point B.
- Then click on ‘Share’ and send it to your friends or family.
- You can also generate a QR of your location.
This helps with road planning, fuel estimation, and navigation for delivery partners.
And honestly, it’s just fun to see how precise the route becomes when the location pin is not confused by long, messy addresses.
Why Distance Calculation by DigiPIN is So Useful
Here’s where DigiPIN quietly becomes a superhero for logistics.
1. Delivery route planning
Delivery agencies can estimate coverage, create zones, and assign riders more accurately.
2. Branch proximity and mapping
Banks, retail chains, and service networks can check which locations are closest and plan resource allocation.
3. Emergency or service requests
If someone shares a DigiPIN, responders can instantly calculate how quickly they can reach the person.
4. Real estate and land evaluation
Distance from amenities is easier to verify with DigiPINs than messy written addresses.
5. Route optimization
Shorter routes save fuel and reduce delays. Even small improvements add up over hundreds of deliveries.
Example Scenarios
Just to show how practical this is.
Scenario 1: Delivery Efficiency
A courier company checks distances between customer clusters to decide which orders a rider should handle. Two DigiPINs that look close on paper can sometimes be 3 kilometers apart in real life.
Scenario 2: Bank Branch Audits
An audit team uses DigiPINs to find which branches overlap and which areas need expansion.
Scenario 3: Warehouse Planning
A logistics partner checks the distance between a central warehouse and its delivery hotspots before deciding vehicle routes.
Scenario 4: Friends Making Plans
You just want to know from your home DigiPIN to your friend’s DigiPIN if the trip is worth an auto or requires emotional support, snacks, and a power bank.
For uses of DigiPIN in rural areas, check out this blog!
Frequently Asked Questions
- How accurate is the distance between two DigiPINs?
Very accurate. Each DigiPIN points to a small grid of around 3.8 meters by 3.8 meters. - Do I need coordinates to compute the distance?
No. The tool converts coordinates internally. You only submit DigiPINs. - Can I compute distance in bulk for many DigiPINs?
Yes, businesses can upload CSV files for bulk processing. - Is distance based on road travel or straight line?
You get the straight line distance on the tool. For road travel, open the result in Google Maps.
Final Note
Distance calculation feels like a small feature but in reality it becomes the backbone for logistics, banking, retail, field work, and even personal travel. With DigiPINs becoming universal across India, planning distances is now faster and much more accurate.
If you haven’t tried it yet, test two DigiPINs on the Finder. It’s quick, and honestly a little addictive.